A BRIDAL boutique in Minchinhampton, whose former customers include members of the Royal Family, has been acquired by new owners.

The White Room, which sells luxury wedding dresses by internationally acclaimed designers including Jenny Packham and Suzanne Neville, has been bought by business partners Zoey Jayaweera and Alex Caudle.

Former customers include the Queen's granddaughter, Zara Phillips, who chose her wedding gown from The White Room for her marriage to ex-England rugby captain Mike Tindall in 2011.

Zoey and Alex acquired The White Room, established in 2009 from the shop’s founders.

Zoey is a former dental practice manager and qualified personal stylist while Alex has a background in retail fashion and beauty.

Minchinhampton resident Zoey said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to now be running The White Room and we have some exciting plans to expand our range and announce new designers.”

Solicitor Alexander Hall, of Meade King, advised the duo on the acquisition.

He said: “It’s been a pleasure working with Zoey and Alex on this venture.

"They have boundless energy and entrepreneurial spirit and I am sure they will be very successful in their future plans for The White Room.

"Not many businesses can claim to have had members of the Royal Family as customers.”